Testicular torsion, or testis torsion, is an emergency condition. It happens when the spermatic cord, which provides blood flow to the testicle, rotates and becomes twisted. The twisting cuts off the testicle's blood supply and causes sudden pain and swelling.
What is NuGold? NuGold, also called red brass, Merlin's Gold, and Jeweler's Bronze, is an alloy that usually contains 85% copper and 15% zinc. It tarnishes similar to copper. I have pieces that have been in my sample trays for several months that barely show a tarnish.
UW-Eau Claire > Student Senate > Commissions > Blu the Blugold. We are all Blugolds, and Blugolds are what make UW-Eau Claire great. Blu the Blugold, our student body mascot, is UWEC's biggest fan, number one student supporter, and proud to call our campus home. It is not uncommon to spot Blu grabbing a sandwich at Erbert and Gerbert's, catching some sun on the campus mall, or cheering on Blugold athletes. Feel free to say hello when you see him!